What Our Gearhead(R) Experts Are Saying:"The Smart-View ferrule is genius-adjusts feathering in 15-degree increments so I can dial in the perfect angle. The carbon blend shaft stays light even on 20-mile days."Extended flatwater expeditions reward efficient technique over brute force, so we chose the Werner Skagit FG 2-Piece Paddle for adventures where endurance matters more than power. Carbon-blend shaft construction minimizes fatigue while the Smart-View Adjustable Ferrule fine-tunes feathering angles to match our evolving stroke, proving that the best touring gear adapts to us rather than forcing adaptation.